2y ago

Canadians visiting Europe will soon need a permit — not a visa. What to know

Starting in 2024, Canadian passport holders will be required to apply online and pay a fee if they plan to stay short term in 30 European countries.

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I wonder what's the reason for the change? The article just mentions vaguely about the EU tightening border security. But is border security from Canada really a concern? Or did we just get swept up in a larger change?
I'm personally of the opinion we should be going the opposite direction. It should be easier to visit, work, and immigrate/emigrate to and from similar countries.
- The EU is basically slapping Canadians with a reciprocal policy. Canada has the eTA (electronic travel authorization) which they have to file and pay 7$ to visit, even if they don't need a visa. This is the same in reverse.
  
  We should stop doing that.

tl;dr: replaces tourist visas which were previously required for 90+day stays. Costs $10 to apply, and is expected to be processed in less than two weeks.
- No, this is new and it's required for =90 days. Visas are still required for 90 days.
  
  Ohhh! I misread it. Up to 90 days in any 180 day period. Okay, still not terrible.

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